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Children’s rooms should be uniformly illuminated throughout the day, with the lighting adjusted to available daylight. The right ceiling lighting also has to create moods and a pleasant atmosphere, encouraging playtime and also motivating children to do their homework.

Concealed shelf and cupboard lighting, such as recessed spotlights or under-shelf lights can be used for accent lighting. The fixtures must be sited so that the children are not disturbed by glare when they are playing or working. To achieve this it is important to take the children’s field of view into consideration.

For schoolchildren it is essential to create the right atmosphere in which to do homework. Adjustable desk lights fitted with bright glare-free light sources help children concentrate on their work. It is important for the desk lights to be positioned so there are no annoying reflections. This is always dependent on the child’s field of view.

Fixtures next to the bed or in a cosy corner create a special atmosphere. Colored or color-changing lamps and fixtures provide mood lighting and also act as decorative accessories. Impressive accent lighting and atmospheric scene lighting can be provided at the flick of a switch.

Various night lights and orientation lights are available to help children enjoy a peaceful night. Some light sources can operate in different modes: bright general illumination during the day, mild energy-saving background lighting at night. Remote control operation is quick and easy, and means there’s no need to fumble for the light switch.

Kitchen lighting – functional and tasteful

Ceiling fixtures in the kitchen are ideal for illuminating walkways. Different fixture groupings for work surfaces, walls and walkways provide the perfect combination. Wall lights should be used to avoid creating shadows.

In eat-in kitchens the table plays an important role. Ceiling fixtures or pendant fixtures should be used here. The latter ensure that the surface of the table is properly illuminated. Height-adjustable fixtures and dimmable light can be adapted to suit different needs and create a pleasant atmosphere around the table. Switching and dimming individual fixtures or groups of fixtures separately enables the table and its surroundings to be illuminated in different ways to suit different requirements. And we all know that we eat with our eyes first so correct color rendering is an important factor here.

Lighting for cupboards and shelves in the kitchen not only creates a pleasant atmosphere it also makes it easier to find cutlery and utensils. Cupboards can be spotlighted from above. Spotlights can also be used for dramatic effect on glass-fronted cupboards. Individual downlights in wall cupboards or directly above work surfaces can be used to illuminate glasses and decorative items, creating further interest. Indirect lighting from the tops of cupboards up onto the ceiling adds to the warm atmosphere in the kitchen. Grouped and individually switchable fixtures for cupboards, shelves and display cabinets can meet the different lighting requirements and combine a feel-good atmosphere with greater safety.

Working in the kitchen calls for proper illumination of work surfaces. It is important here to avoid any annoying shadows. Shadows are a problem if a kitchen is lit only by a central ceiling fixture. Undercabinet lights should therefore be used to illuminate work surfaces. They direct their light straight down onto the work surface, reduce the risk of injury and make it easier to prepare meals. The light should also offer good color rendering to make it easier to judge the quality of food.

Living room/dining room lighting – cosy and inviting

Good color rendering at the table is essential so that food and drink appear natural and appetizing. A romantic atmosphere may also be required, so a dimmable pendant lighting system is ideal. Depending on the number of guests and their preferences individual fixtures can be switched on or off, or dimmed.

Floor-standing lights in the living room and dining room illuminate the rooms indirectly via the ceiling, providing soft glare-free light. Special architectural features, such as a stucco ceiling, can be tastefully highlighted.

Dimmability plays an important role in lighting living rooms. Recessed ceiling downlights produce brilliant light in living rooms. Objects such as pictures and works of art can be presented to best effect with direct light from reflector spotlights. The correct alignment of the spotlights is important here. An angle of 30° from the perpendicular (known as the “museum angle”) means thee is no glare and the objects can be appreciated at their best.

Adjustable telescopic fixtures integrated in ceiling uplighters make excellent reading lights. It is important however for the light to be positioned so there are no annoying reflections. This is always dependent on the field of view.

Concealed shelf lighting from recessed spotlights or undershelf lighting for example can be used to place various elements in the right light. Indirect lighting in shelving, behind cupboards or behind mirrors will create a cosy atmosphere and give the living room or dining room a fresh look. The lighting should be positioned so there is no annoying glare. Always bear in mind the eyelines of the people who will be using the room.

Bedroom lighting – totally relaxing

Bright uniform background lighting is recommended for the bedroom. Ceiling fixtures cast brilliant light into every corner of the room.

Bedside table lights in various designs next to the bed provide good reading light. It is important however for the light to be positioned so there are no annoying reflections. This is always dependent on the field of view. Warm atmospheric light that can be dimmed is particularly relaxing. And if you have to get up in the middle of the night a night-light function will help you move safely around without disturbing others.

Light is needed in wardrobes, cupboards and on shelving so you can find things easily and keep them neatly arranged. Small recessed fixtures are ideal here. Not only are they elegant, they are also practical. In conjunction with motion sensors they will switch on automatically so there is no need to fumble for light switches. The light sources should offer good color rendering so clothing appears in its natural colors.

Directional light for reading and putting on makeup can best be provided by spotlights. Lamps with a high color rendering index and natural light are recommended here. The spotlights should be positioned so there is no annoying glare. To achieve this it is important to take your field of view into consideration.

Night lights are very useful if you need to get up in the night. There is then no need to switch the main room lights on. They provide an ideal combination of safety and calm atmosphere.